Chief Executive Officer - Contract Research Organization (CRO) (San Francisco) Job at Larson Maddox, San Francisco, CA

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  • Larson Maddox
  • San Francisco, CA

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

  • Strategic Leadership : Develop and execute the company's vision, strategy, and business plans to drive sustainable growth and market differentiation in the CRO industry.
  • Financial Stewardship : Oversee financial strategy, ensuring effective budgeting, forecasting, capital allocation, and risk management to support operational efficiency and profitability.
  • Operational Excellence : Lead cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality service delivery, regulatory compliance, and customer satisfaction across all clinical research projects.
  • Business Development : Identify new market opportunities, partnerships, and service offerings to expand the organization's portfolio and revenue streams.
  • Stakeholder Engagement : Foster strong relationships with clients, investors, regulatory bodies, and key industry stakeholders to advance the company's reputation and growth.
  • Corporate Governance : Ensure strong ethical standards, transparency, and compliance with all relevant laws and industry regulations.
  • Talent & Culture : Build, develop, and retain high-performing teams by promoting a culture of accountability, collaboration, and innovation.

Qualifications

  • Proven executive leadership experience, ideally within a CRO, life sciences, healthcare, or related industry.
  • Strong background in finance (CFO or senior finance leadership experience highly preferred), with demonstrated success in financial strategy, capital management, and driving profitability.
  • Deep understanding of the CRO landscape, clinical trial processes, and regulatory environment (preferred but not required).
  • Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
  • Ability to lead through complexity, set clear priorities, and inspire teams toward shared goals.
  • Advanced degree in business, finance, or a related field (MBA or CPA a plus).


Desired Skills and Experience

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead our Contract Research Organization (CRO). The CEO will be responsible for driving the company's vision, growth, and operational excellence while ensuring long-term financial stability. This role is particularly suited for a leader with strong experience in finance who can combine strategic financial insight with industry leadership to position the organization as a trusted partner in clinical research

Job Tags

Contract work, Part time,

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